Reviews & Ratings for Vertx EDC Commuter Sling Bag — 6 reviews — Page 1

Actually needed a new way of carrying my laptop for work. The old shoulder bag was on it's last leg and I wanted to try a sling bag. (I purchased this myself so it wasn't something bought for me by my company.)
When it arrived I was a little surprised at the size.. its a little smaller than I was expecting. My 15" laptop fits but if definitely wouldn't work on anything larger. At first unpacking I didn't think that it was going hold everything I needed but it did fine. Plenty of admin type storage for office supplies. The front pouch pulls away easy enough but I don't feel that I'll loose anything.
The "CCW" compartment has plenty of room and once I set it up I'll see what its like to carry with the laptop. There's a backer/stiffener of sorts between this compartment and the padding against your back. I'm hoping this would reduce any sharp spots that could come from having the laptop rest against a firearm and you back.
The Sling is comfortable and there are some nice keepers that will hold the extra webbing out of the way. I'm not really a fan of the way the secondary strap comes around closer to your waist. I'd personally prefer more of a sternum strap but I haven't really felt like I needed it. For reference I wear a 44 jacket and the strap fits fine with out feeling restricting or too loose.
I've had it for about a month and so far I'm pleased.

So far, this bag has been very durable and has met my EDC needs when I'm hauling along extra things. I was surprised at how much I could actually fit into the bag. I was able to comfortably put in my laptop, 4 books, my charger, and my over the ear headphones with room to spare. This is all along with my handgun packed neatly in the back. Only issue is that when carrying so much, it weighs pretty heavily on your left shoulder, which can be burdensome after a while. In the future, I won't be packing as much extra items anyway so this shouldn't be a problem. A lot of customization options available which is also a plus for anyone. You can tell the bag is made of quality materials as well. Zippers run smoothly and don't seem to catch on loose materials lining the zipper.

I purchased this bag for a trip to Europe since my maxpedition looked too "tactical". I am so send to sling bags and I prefer them to back packs for smal to medium loads. I found this bag has a very narrow comfort zone: it is great for a quick deployment of a firearm and large area of body armor protection. Anything else I find it uncomfortable to access the content even if not fully loaded. I even added the Velcro tactigami accessories expecting it to make organization easy. Well, it makes access even harder.

It was my intent to use this as a replacement for my old Timbuk2, but I found that the sling was not a comfortable fit for me. I suspect I have become more familiar with a messenger style pack/case, so I sent the Commuter Sling back for the Principle Briefcase & Courier. Once they arrive I pick the one that is the most comfortable as well as meets my EDC needs.

While the fit may not have been optimal to me that should in no way diminish that the bag is quality and will make anyone happy if they find the sling to be functional for them.

This is not my fist Vertx bag, I own several and purchased this one because I wanted something a little smaller. This bag does not disappoint,its quality is the same as all the other bags. I have put my other bags through the ringer and they have never failed me. If you are looking for a bag check out Vertx, they will have a bag that will meet your needs by far.